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Youth Music Camp

June 24 - 30, 2024

Day & Overnight Options

String Camp

Entering Grades 7-12
Minimum of 2 years ensemble experience
Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass


An exceptional opportunity for young string players to work with other motivated musicians from across the Midwest, students spend the week learning new techniques, studying exciting repertoire, and meeting new friends.

Our distinguished faculty work closely with students, helping them to build confidence in and sharpen their skills through large group rehearsals, small sectionals, private lessons, and more. Overnight campers will stay in the Clarke University dormitories, eat their meals in the university’s dining hall, and enjoy a wide range of evening activities.

The camp will culminate in a performance for over 2,000 people at the DSO’s Summer Melodies concert at the Dubuque Arboretum.

How to register for String Camp

  • Click to submit registration
  • Complete and submit the Needs-Based Scholarship Form, if applicable, prior to registration. You will be contacted to register if a scholarship is awarded.
2024 Need Based Scholarship Form PDF

Chamber Music Camp

Entering Grades 10-12
(Advanced 9th grade & graduated seniors welcome)
Minimum of five years playing experience – private study encouraged
Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass

Unique, intense, and captivating, the Chamber Music Camp is perfect for advanced string players wanting to take their skills to the next level. Students are grouped into ensembles according to their age and ability, and spend the week exploring new repertoire and the diverse world of small ensemble playing. Ensembles work closely with our fantastic camp faculty, receiving one-on-one lessons, coachings, masterclasses, and even side-by-side performances! 

This camp will end in a public recital performance

How to register for Chamber Music Camp

  • Click to submit registration
  • Complete and submit the Needs-Based Scholarship Form, if applicable, prior to registration. You will be contacted to register if a scholarship is awarded.
  • Submit a video sample (see instructions below) to:
    Hannah Von Mulert
    hvonmulert@dubuquesymphony.org
    via email, DropBox, or YouTube.
2024 Need Based Scholarship Form PDF

More information about our Youth Camp

Youth Music Camp Instructors